Jeff Bezos wants wife Lauren Sanchez as next Bond girl, report says
If the reports are accurate, Bezos is aiming to shake up the Bond formula, not only by steering the character of the leading lady but also by potentially rewriting how women are portrayed in the series. Snchez, a former news anchor and helicopter pilot, is certainly no stranger to the spotlight, but this would mark her first leap into blockbuster cinema.Who's Calling the Shots on Bond 26?The new film, tentatively titled Bond 26, will be directed by Denis Villeneuve, the visionary behind Dune and Blade Runner 2049, with a script penned by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Since Daniel Craig hung up his tux after No Time to Die, speculation over the next Bond and his on-screen partner has been one of Hollywood's hottest topics.Earlier this year, Bezos even joined the debate on X (formerly Twitter), asking fans who they thought should don the iconic tuxedo next. But according to insiders, his interest might not just be in the casting of Bond himself.Snchez vs Sweeney?While Snchez's name has quickly become the most talked-about in connection to the coveted 'Bond girl' role, she isn't the only contender. Actress Sydney Sweeney, 27, is also reportedly on the shortlist. Known for her roles in Euphoria and Anyone But You, Sweeney's candidacy is said to be boosted by her close ties to Villeneuve, who is tipped to bring a darker, more stylised edge to the franchise. - EndsTrending Reel
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